"My two sons' godmother, who is a first-generation Dominican in New York City, was having a really, really hard time getting through... more
We have a special treat this week. We've launched a new investigative narrative audio series documenting the health and well... more
Carmen has decided to go through fertility preservation treatment, but feels disconcerted when loved ones aren’t as supportive as she... more
Judith’s Iranian Jewish parents expected her to date, and ultimately marry, someone of her cultural background. But her new relationship... more
The health and wellness of Latinas is crucial to the health and wellbeing of the U.S. economy. In 100 Latina... more
After feeling inadequate all through childhood, 22-year old Ashley was recently diagnosed with ADHD. She's frustrated that her Mexican parents... more
Brad does not feel comfortable speaking with his Costa Rican mom about the childhood sexual abuse he experienced. But a... more
Elizabeth is surprised and relieved to learn her Filipino mom is finally ready to see a therapist, but she's unsure... more
To celebrate How to Talk to [High Achievers] about Anything Juleyka welcomes back its host, licensed psychotherapist Stevon Lewis, for... more
After an emotional coming out to his Mexican parents, Fermanparis wishes they showed more interest in his love life and... more
The newest narrative podcast from LWC Studios is out now! “Still Paying the Price: Reparations in Real Terms” is a... more
When Estela gets diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer she opens up about her health and body to her adult children... more
Emilio’s Dominican mother was supportive and encouraging when he came out to her, but when he decides to speak openly... more
Musician and rapper Figgy Baby, who identifies as non-binary, tries to bond with their traditional Mexican father by opening up... more
Ami has dabbled around in different jobs and careers while trying to figure out her true calling. But her high-achieving... more
To close out National Mental Health Awareness Month, we speak with Gina, an engineer who, after landing a dream job,... more
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, so we’re featuring stories that help us broach difficult issues with our loved... more
In advance of National Mental Health Awareness Month in May, we’re featuring stories that help us talk about mental health... more
Facing a language barrier, Mary is trying to deepen her relationship with her Cantonese-speaking mom. And Sarah J. Shin, a... more
While helping her Mexican parents plan for retirement, Lyanne has to be strategic to get them to open up about... more
Saadia wants to put a stop to the toxic colorism within her Pakistani family, for the sake of her daughters.... more
Yvette dates men from different backgrounds, but her Dominican dad worries that cultural and racial tensions may lead to heartbreak.... more
Cassandra’s Haitian mom urges her to turn to God to help her feel better, but she prefers therapy. And Cidna... more
Hoang’s Vietnamese mother wants her to buy a house, but she’s unsure if that makes sense for her and her... more
On the last episode of our special food-and-family series Juleyka reflects on her experience around parenting and food with Claudia... more
On this episode of our food-and-family series our colleague Kori opens up about her challenges in documenting beloved family recipes... more
As part of our special series on food and families, LWC Studios' managing producer Paulina shared her concerns that hosting... more
On this episode of our food-and-family series our friend Manuela tells us all about how in her Colombian family food... more
We continue our series about food and family featuring our colleagues. When LWC Studios' senior editor Jordan learned that her... more
As part of a special holiday series we're bringing you stories from our team as they tackle difficult conversations around... more
This is the first episode of a special holiday series exploring tensions that arise when food and families mix, featuring... more
Ody's grandmother lived with her family when she was growing up. The expectation of always putting family first created a... more
Diane's Korean mother and grandmother live in New Jersey, and would like her to visit more often. But Diane has... more
Moving to the U.S. was hard for Michelle’s family, and it impacted how she was disciplined growing up. As a... more
Yaffa's Dominican mom wanted her to marry a White American. So when she fell in love with a Dominican man, she... more
Juanita decided to write her life story and got pushback from her Mexican mom, who remembers their family life very... more
After years of working toward a career as a tenure track professor, Sylvia left this path in academia under duress.... more
Tony’s Vietnamese mom didn't talk much about her father, a Black American soldier who fought in the Vietnam War but... more
Brenda thinks it’s time for her Mexican family to speak openly about her father’s infidelity and newly-discovered half-sister, but she's... more
Though she was a primary caretaker, Sandra had a hard time knowing what to say to her dad at the... more
Elbert is struggling to accept how his Dominican parents' married relationship works. And Luis Resendez, a marriage and family therapist who... more
Delainy is finally putting a stop to her family's frequent criticism of her weight and looks. And Lisa Jimenez, a... more
Michelle’s Mexican family never talked about sex. When she began thinking about birth control before heading to college she was... more
Pabel’s Afro-Latino mother's advice for fitting in and being a professional feels outdated and unhelpful as he navigates racism in... more
Charu works hard to get along with her Indian mom so her children can have a relationship with their grandmother,... more
Last year, Kristie spoke with us about the gendered expectations her dad had of her, despite her professional success. Here,... more
Last year, Chai told us about her mom’s efforts to find her a husband through Indian matrimonial websites. In this... more
Last year Sasha talked to us about her younger sister’s suicide, and the impact her family’s unwillingness to talk about... more
Last year, Veda explained why they chose not to discuss their queer identity with their Indian parents. Veda returns to... more
When we spoke last year, Vanessa had just informed her parents she was taking a leave of absence from her... more
Mariela used to be the family peacekeeper, but as she learns to acknowledge negative emotions and embrace healthy conflict, she's... more
Mariela used to be the family peacekeeper, but as she learns to acknowledge negative emotions and embrace healthy conflict, she's facing resistance... more